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Forum: Reef 07-13-2013, 11:58 PM
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Posted By Myka
:lol:

:lol:
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 07-13-2013, 11:10 PM
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Views: 1,043
Posted By Myka
It's bulb change time again, and I'm again...

It's bulb change time again, and I'm again thinking about the XM 10,000K bulbs. I chickened out last time and just stuck with the trusty Phoenix 14,000K. So...anyone have any used XM 10,000K I...
Forum: Reef 07-13-2013, 11:05 PM
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Posted By Myka
There are mini Brittle Starfish that will...

There are mini Brittle Starfish that will reproduce in your tank. The population will thrive and wane according to food availability. The Serpent Starfish is not likely to be the "parent". FYI,...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics livestock related only) 07-13-2013, 03:22 PM
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Posted By Myka
It's amazing what LEDs have done for coral...

It's amazing what LEDs have done for coral prices. :D
Forum: Reef 07-13-2013, 03:14 PM
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Posted By Myka
Thanks for the comments all, although it is more...

Thanks for the comments all, although it is more about promotion than pats on the back. Knowing people actually like it isn't a bad thing though. :lol:

Anthony, as long as it is self-promotion and...
Forum: Reef 07-12-2013, 05:31 PM
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Posted By Myka
FYI, Mg chloride from BRS is $76.99 if you're a...

FYI, Mg chloride from BRS is $76.99 if you're a preferred customer (or if you buy 3). So 3 of these plus shipping to my address is about $350 taxes in. I think the 5-gallon pails are 30 lbs (13.6...
Forum: Reef 07-12-2013, 05:20 PM
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Posted By Myka
About 85-95 gallons net (that's taking into...

About 85-95 gallons net (that's taking into consideration water displacement from rocks and glass, etc.). In one year I use roughly: 5 kg calcium chloride, 8 kg sodium bicarbonate, 10 kg magnesium...
Forum: Reef 07-12-2013, 04:46 PM
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Posted By Myka
Frogspawn, Torch, Hammer, Octospawn - Oh my!

Shameless self-promotion...

http://www.reefhobbyistmagazine.com/archives/vol_7/issue27/images/pg1index.jpg

Check out my latest article in Reef Hobbyist Magazine called "FROGSPAWN, TORCH,...
Forum: Reef 07-12-2013, 04:32 PM
Replies: 42
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Posted By Myka
As sphelps said, find a used 4-bulb T5 fixture in...

As sphelps said, find a used 4-bulb T5 fixture in the classifieds on CanReef. I think the one he linked to is too short for your tank as yours appears to be 36". AquaticLife make reasonably priced...
Forum: Tank Journal 07-12-2013, 04:16 PM
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Posted By Myka
I'm not a big believer in refugiums in sumps, so...

I'm not a big believer in refugiums in sumps, so my sumps are very simple. One side is the skimmer chamber, then 4 baffles for microbubble elimination, then a return chamber. Done.
Forum: Reef 07-12-2013, 04:05 PM
Replies: 16
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Posted By Myka
FWIW, the Balling Light method mixes up to very...

FWIW, the Balling Light method mixes up to very similar concentrations as Randy's Recipe #1. I did the math awhile back so I could reference the uptake in my SPS tank. My tank uses about 1.25 mL...
Forum: Reef 07-12-2013, 03:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,688
Posted By Myka
I use the Fauna Marin line for "the big three". ...

I use the Fauna Marin line for "the big three". I mix according to the "Balling Light" method which makes the concentrations saturated which are then added to my tank via economically-priced Drew's...
Forum: Tank Journal 07-12-2013, 03:39 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 15,194
Posted By Myka
I didn't realize this thread was being...

I didn't realize this thread was being updated...I'm happy the message on the box put a smile on everyone's face.

I'm so heartbroken to hear that Jasper has passed. Words can't describe how...
Forum: Polls 07-09-2013, 12:44 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,768
Posted By Myka
I use the Drew's Dosers from BRS, but different...

I use the Drew's Dosers from BRS, but different from the BRS brand.
Forum: Photography 07-08-2013, 10:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,115
Posted By Myka
Ok, I'm trying to take RAW photos. I have RAW+L...

Ok, I'm trying to take RAW photos. I have RAW+L setting "on" in the menu and also RAW chosen as size using the FUNC. SET button. This is supposed to work (according to Google)...might have to refer...
Forum: Photography 07-08-2013, 10:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,115
Posted By Myka
Steve, I think I will take you up on that offer. ...

Steve, I think I will take you up on that offer. I will take some shots in RAW and email them to you. Thanks! :)

If I am to buy Photoshop, which one should I buy? Elements 11?

The neon...
Forum: Photography 07-08-2013, 08:04 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,115
Posted By Myka
Thanks for the replies! I am not shooting in...

Thanks for the replies!

I am not shooting in RAW. I don't know how to process them afterwards. I only use Picasa for photo editing, I don't have Photoshop. I don't understand what RAW even...
Forum: Photography 07-07-2013, 02:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,115
Posted By Myka
White balance & dull photos

Is there a trick you all use to set the white balance? My camera, a Canon G9, has "manual" white balance where I point to a white area and push a button to set it there. It always seems like it is...
Forum: Reef 07-07-2013, 02:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,702
Posted By Myka
Bingo.

Bingo.
Forum: Polls 07-07-2013, 02:16 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,589
Posted By Myka
My SPS reef used to get to 84-85F every summer...

My SPS reef used to get to 84-85F every summer for a few years until I got a more effective fan setup. It hasn't gone over 83F yet this year. The colors fade in the summer, but it survives. My...
Forum: Pictures 07-07-2013, 02:09 PM
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Views: 486,400
Posted By Myka
Thanks! They are similar to Valentine's Day...

Thanks! They are similar to Valentine's Day Massacre, but not quite.
Forum: Pictures 07-07-2013, 03:30 AM
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Views: 486,400
Posted By Myka
No ID. I've only had it a week, when I got it it...

No ID. I've only had it a week, when I got it it was bleached out neon orange-pink. I think it's going to be neon red. Hard to take a pic of because it is so bright....
Forum: Reef 07-05-2013, 03:59 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 10,733
Posted By Myka
You need to use an ammonia binder to get ammonia...

You need to use an ammonia binder to get ammonia back to zero. Prime or AmQuel do this by converting toxic ammonia to non-toxic ammonia. When you use these products many ammonia test kits will give...
Forum: Reef 07-05-2013, 03:38 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 11,444
Posted By Myka
Like how low? Under 7 dKH? That will cause...

Like how low? Under 7 dKH? That will cause bleaching and STN.
Forum: Reef 07-01-2013, 01:29 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 11,444
Posted By Myka
Albert, I assume you're referring to this: ...

Albert, I assume you're referring to this:



Just to elaborate for OP, it's not not the bacteria, but the carbon source. Using a carbon source with higher alkalinity will often cause STN or...
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